1️⃣ Preheat & Prepare
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2️⃣ Mix Wet Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, cream butter, white sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Mix in the vanilla extract.
3️⃣ Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until combined.
4️⃣ Add Oats & Optional Mix-ins
Stir in the Quaker oats until well mixed.
If using, fold in raisins, chocolate chips, or nuts.
5️⃣ Shape & Bake
Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
6️⃣ Cool & Enjoy
Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.